BHA & BHT Free Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
These little lettuce cups pack a serious punch of flavor — ginger, garlic, scallions, and a touch of turmeric folded right into the beef for a patty that's anything but plain. The whole build comes together with coconut aminos instead of conventional soy sauce, which matters because standard condiments and seasoning blends are common hiding spots for synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT. Every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, so you're not left squinting at a label or second-guessing what's actually in your food. The quick pan-sear in coconut oil gets each patty deeply browned and caramelized on the outside while staying juicy in the center — no oven, no fuss. A bright dipping sauce of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and fresh ginger ties everything together with a sweet-tangy finish that makes you want to keep reaching for another cup. Crisp butter lettuce, shredded carrot, and a handful of fresh cilantro round out the plate with color and crunch. These are the kind of handheld bites that disappear fast at the table, whether you're feeding a crowd or just treating yourself to something a little special on a weeknight.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 12 butter lettuce leaves, separated and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, white parts of the scallions, 1 tbsp grated ginger, garlic, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
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